If you’re trying to build muscle tone and lose the fat, working out isn’t enough.  Chances are you’re trying to up your protein intake. Here are some of the best protein shake recipes I’ve found.  When shopping for Vanilla Whey Protein, don’t forget Amazon.com.  They list the price per ounce to make finding the most frugal options easy.  That said, pay attention to quality – you want something with quality ingredients, no artificial sugars or fillers.  As I get accustomed to the taste of the smoothies, I’ve backed off on the honey.  You may want to adjust to your own taste. Did you also know that you can make yogurt for your shakes in the crock pot?  Here is our Easy Crock Pot Yogurt Recipe.  It’s another great way to save!

I also love Shakeology in my shakes.  It’s much more than a protein powder – it contains a mix of super foods that boost the immune system, help you detox, and ensure you’re getting enough macro and micronutrients.  These days, that is what I use in all my smoothies.

Best Protein Shake Recipes

Strawberry Protein Shake

• 1 C. Greek yogurt
• 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder or Shakeology
• 1 C. frozen strawberries
• 3/4 C – 1 C. skim milk or almond milk
• 2 Tbsp. honey

Makes one large serving or two small servings.

Banana Split Protein Shake

• 1 frozen banana
• 1 C. almond milk
• 1/4 C. peanut butter or PB2
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder or Shakeology

Makes one serving.

Raspberry Protein Shake

• 1/2 C. Greek yogurt
• 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder or Shakeology
• 1 C. frozen raspberries
• 3/4 C – 1 C. skim milk or almond milk
• 2 Tbsp. honey

Makes one serving.

Banana Peanut Butter Protein Shake

• 1 frozen banana
• 1/2 C. Greek yogurt
• 1/2 C. skim milk or almond milk
• 1/4 C. peanut butter
• 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder or Shakeology

Makes one serving.

Blueberry Protein Shake Recipe

• 1/2 C. frozen blueberries
• 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder or Shakeology
• 4-6 ice cubes
• 1/2 C. Greek yogurt
• 1/2 C. skim milk or almond milk
• 2 Tbsp. honey

Makes one serving.

Piña Colada Protein Shake Recipe

• ¾ C. water
• ¼ C. pineapple juice
• ½ tsp. pure coconut extract
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder or Shakeology
• 1 C. ice

Blend and serve.  Makes one serving.

Orange “Julius” Protein Shake Recipe

• 1/2 C. frozen orange juice concentrate
• 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder or Shakeology
• 4-6 ice cubes
• 1/4 C. Greek yogurt
• 1/2 C. skim milk
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract

Makes one serving.

Chunky Monkey Protein Shake Recipe

• 1/2 frozen banana
• 1 C. unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tsp. peanut butter or PB2
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder or Shakeology

Makes one serving.

Snickerdoodle Protein Shake Recipe

• 1 C. unsweetened almond milk
• 1 C. ice
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder or Shakeology
• ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp. pure maple syrup
• 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract

Blend and enjoy!  Makes one serving.

Peanut Butter Cookie Protein Shake Recipe

• 1C. unsweetened almond milk
• 1C. ice
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder or Shakeology
• 1 Tbsp. all-natural peanut butter
• 1 pinch sea salt
• 1 Tbsp. graham cracker crumbs

Blend and enjoy!  Makes one serving.

Pineapple Mango Protein Shake

• 1 C. water
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder or Shakeology
• ¼C. cubed fresh pineapple
• ¼C. cubed mango
• 1 Tbsp. orange zest
• 1 C. ice

Blend and enjoy!  Makes one serving.